Improving the Quality of Care Using Emerging Technologies and Practices
Our annual implementers conference is a chance to share experiences, demo solutions, and dive into the questions and challenges facing OpenMRS developers and implementers worldwide.
We are community-driven. Our conferences follow a semi-unconferencing format, which features guest speakers while letting conference attendees determine and lead the breakout sessions, showcases, lightning talks, and demos.
The conference’s objectives, centred on the theme of improving the quality of care using emerging technologies and practices, aim to achieve the following:
This year’s conference is broken down as follows:
Registration is ongoing and closes on 31 July 2023. The registration rates are as follows: Early bird $400 Regular registration $450 Late Registration $ 500
Sponsorships are important to the event, as it helps to ensure the conference is cost neutral and provides scholarship opportunities for members who would not be able to attend this annual event without this support.
The conference will be structured in a semi-unconference format. It comprises several pre-determined sessions/events, followed by open slots for the audience to propose sessions of their choice.
Abuja International Airport, AKA Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, is the second largest airport in Nigeria. Several international airlines operate in Abuja. The airport is approximately 40km away from Abuja City Center. We will offer airport transfers to all registered participants to the recommended hotels.
You are required to complete a Health declaration form that is available online (click on the link above). The country has relaxed its COVID-19 regulations. However, you are encouraged to be fully vaccinated. One should also have a yellow fever vaccination. For more information on aspects you may need health-wise, check out: CDC traveler's Health Nigeria
To apply for a Nigerian Visa, it generally takes a minimum of two weeks, but this timeline can vary depending on your country of origin. It’s important to plan ahead and check the visa requirements at least a month in advance to ensure you have ample time for preparation. You can find the guidelines and application process information here and don’t forget to cross-check with your in-country Nigerian Consulate. Here are some key things to keep in mind when applying for a Nigerian Visa:
If your country is not listed below, you’ll need a visa to visit Nigeria. The only countries that don’t require a visa are:
Abuja Continental is the recommended hotel for your stay in Abuja, Nigeria. Here are the details:
The discounted rates that have been negotiated for you are as shown in the image. To access this rates use the information below:
Group Direct Booking Link- No login/Attendee Code needed:
Please keep in mind that double occupancy means one bed for two people and the hotel does not have twin beds available for double occupancy.
Note: The indicated rate is inclusive of Bed and Breakfast but excludes taxes and service charges.
Website: https://www.frasershospitality.com/en/nigeria/abuja/fraser-suites-abuja/
Website: www.thepalmshotels.com
Website: https://theenvoyabuja.com/
5 minute presentation where you can demo a solution, share or propose a technical approach or design, or talk about anything you think is important for our community to know about or engage with.
5-10 minute show & tell presentations that focus on 1-2 of your most significant achievements and your three top priorities for 2022. We also have some 10 minutes time slots set aside for showcases on specific themes, such as data exchange, user experience, implementation strategies, and professional capacity development.